Dr. Su Hee Kim | Biomedical device | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Su Hee Kim, Medifab co, Ltd., South Korea

Dr. Su Hee Kim, an accomplished researcher in biomedical engineering, specializes in regenerative medicine, biomaterials, and 3D bioprinting. She serves as the R&D Director at Medifab Co., Ltd., contributing to innovations in tissue engineering and healthcare materials. With a Ph.D. in Nano, Bio, and Information Technology from Korea University, her research has led to numerous patents and publications. Recognized with awards like the Best Research Award in Advanced Healthcare Materials, Dr. Kim’s pioneering work enhances patient-specific medical solutions.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Kim earned her Ph.D. in Nano, Bio, and Information Technology from the KU-KIST Graduate School of Converging Science and Technology at Korea University (2016). Prior to that, she completed her M.S. in Biotechnology from Korea University (2010) and a B.S. in Applied Chemistry from Dongduk Women’s University (2008). Her interdisciplinary academic background has equipped her with the expertise to excel in biomaterials research, bioprinting technology, and regenerative medicine.

Experience 💼

Dr. Kim has held leadership and research positions, including her current role as R&D Director at Medifab Co., Ltd. (2021-present). She served as a Senior Researcher and Team Lead at AMRC Korea (2019-2020) and a Research Engineer at AMRC Korea (2017-2019). Additionally, she gained extensive experience as a Post-Doc and Researcher at the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) from 2007 to 2017. Her career is defined by impactful contributions to biomaterial development and translational medical research.

Awards and Honors 🏆

Dr. Kim’s excellence in research has been acknowledged with several prestigious awards, including the Best Research Award in Advanced Healthcare Materials (2025) and the Best R&D Award from KEIT (2024). She has also received numerous academic honors, such as the Student Oral Presentation Award (2014), SYIS Oral Presentation Award (2014), and multiple scholarships recognizing her outstanding academic achievements during her graduate studies.

Research Focus 🔎

Dr. Kim’s research focuses on regenerative medicine, 3D bioprinting, and biomaterials. Her work involves developing patient-specific grafts using biocompatible scaffolds and hydrogels for tissue regeneration. She has pioneered innovations in vascularized adipose tissue regeneration, cartilage engineering, and self-assembling peptide nanofibers. Her ongoing projects include the commercialization of osteoimmune composite materials and development of ECM bioinks, contributing significantly to advancements in healthcare materials and personalized medicine.

Publication Top Notes

📚 Development of Polycaprolactone Grafts with Improved Physical Properties and Body Stability using a Screw Extrusion-type 3D Bioprinter – International Journal of Bioprinting, 2022

📚 Novel Chitosan Dermal Filler with Enhanced Moldability and Elasticity – Macromolecular Bioscience, 2022

📚 Self-assembling Peptide Gels Promote Angiogenesis and Functional Recovery after Spinal Cord Injury in Rats – Journal of Tissue Engineering, 2022

📚 The Regeneration of Large-Sized and Vascularized Adipose Tissue Using a Tailored Elastic Scaffold and dECM Hydrogels – International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2021

📚 Detection of Lysyl Oxidase Activity in Tumor Extracellular Matrix Using Peptide-Functionalized Gold Nanoprobes – Cancers, 2021

📚 Study on the Direct Melting Extrusion Metal 3D Printing Using Induction Heating – Journal of the Korean Society of Manufacturing Technology Engineers, 2020

📚 Vascularization of PLGA-Based Bio-Artificial Beds by Hypoxia-Preconditioned Mesenchymal Stem Cells for Subcutaneous Xenogeneic Islet Transplantation – Xenotransplantation, 2018

📚 Skin Regeneration with a Scaffold of Predefined Shape and Bioactive Peptide Hydrogels – Tissue Engineering Part A, 2018 (Cited by: -)

📚 TGF-β3 Encapsulated PLCL Scaffold by a Supercritical CO2-HFIP Co-Solvent System for Cartilage Tissue Engineering – Journal of Controlled Release, 2015

📚 Self-Assembling Peptide Nanofibers Coupled with Neuropeptide Substance P for Bone Tissue Engineering – Tissue Engineering: Part A, 2015

Dr. Zalike Keskin Erdogan | Tissue Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Zalike Keskin Erdogan, Imperial College London, United Kingdom

Dr. Zalike Keskin Erdogan, PhD, is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Imperial College London, specializing in microfluidic encapsulation of biosensors and tissue engineering. With a background in biomedical engineering and extensive experience in cell culture and biomaterials, she has led projects, authored numerous publications, and presented at international conferences. Dr. Keskin Erdogan’s research focuses on developing innovative solutions for regenerative medicine, particularly in neural tissue engineering and wound healing. She is an active member of several professional societies and has received prestigious awards for her contributions. 🧪🔬📚

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Education:

Dr. Zalike Keskin Erdogan’s academic journey reflects her dedication to advancing biomedical sciences. She earned her PhD in Medical Sciences from University College London, UK, specializing in neural tissue engineering with hydrogel-phosphate glass fiber constructs. During her doctoral studies, she published extensively, presented at international conferences, and received prestigious scholarships and travel funds. Her MSc in Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering from Ege University, Turkey, showcased her prowess in bioartificial skin development, while her BEng in Bioengineering laid the foundation for her mechanical characterization expertise. Dr. Keskin Erdogan’s academic achievements exemplify her commitment to pushing the boundaries of bioengineering. 🎓🔬📚

Professional Experience:

Dr. Zalike Keskin Erdogan, PhD, is currently a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the Department of Chemical Engineering, Imperial College London, UK. Her expertise lies in the innovative field of microfluidic encapsulation, where she leads a project focusing on whole cell biosensors for co-culturing with mammalian cells and utilizing flow cytometry. With prior roles as a Research Assistant at Izmir Economy University and a Graduate Assistant at Ege University, Turkey, Dr. Keskin Erdogan has honed her skills in biomedical and bioengineering research. She actively mentors students, contributes to academic publications, and explores novel applications of hydrogel-based biomaterials. 🧪🔬📝

Research Focus:

Dr. Zalike Keskin Erdogan’s research focus encompasses a wide range of areas within biomedical engineering and biomaterials science. Her work spans the development and characterization of novel biomaterials for various applications, including skin tissue engineering, drug delivery systems for glaucoma treatment, and scaffold design for bone defect treatment. Additionally, she investigates the utilization of bioprinted tissue constructs for neural injury repair and explores the implications of different substrates on cellular response, such as astrocytes. Dr. Keskin Erdogan’s multidisciplinary research endeavors aim to address critical challenges in regenerative medicine and tissue engineering, ultimately contributing to advancements in healthcare. 🧬🔬🩺